Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 3-0 to move within two points of Arsenal in a tense Premier League title race with two games left

Manchester City delivered a commanding performance on Wednesday as they defeated Crystal Palace 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium, tightening the Premier League title race against leaders Arsenal.

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The victory moves Pep Guardiola’s side just two points behind Arsenal with two matches remaining, setting up a dramatic finish to the season.

Manager Pep Guardiola made six changes to his starting lineup, with key players including Erling Haaland and Jeremy Doku starting on the bench as City rotated heavily ahead of a packed fixture schedule.

Despite the changes, Manchester City Crystal Palace 3-0 win was firmly controlled by the hosts, who took charge in the first half through goals that showcased their attacking depth and precision.

Antoine Semenyo opened the scoring in the 32nd minute after a clever assist from Phil Foden, before Omar Marmoush doubled the lead just eight minutes later, once again benefiting from Foden’s creativity.

Crystal Palace struggled to respond, with Oliver Glasner’s side unable to match City’s intensity, even as they looked for opportunities on the counterattack.

City maintained control throughout the second half, and late in the game Savinho added a third goal after a sharp attacking move involving Rayan Cherki.

The result takes City to 77 points, placing them level on goal difference advantage and keeping the title race finely balanced heading into the final fixtures.

Guardiola’s side now turn their attention to a high-stakes FA Cup final clash against Chelsea at Wembley, where they will aim to secure a domestic double.

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Arsenal remain in pole position, but City’s dominant display ensures the championship battle will go down to the wire.